A couple of enthusiastic collectors made space for their art when they downsized from a 3,400-square-foot house in Kentucky to a two-bedroom condo in Alamo Heights. Michael Simpson and Elaine Dagen, art collectors and former gallery owners, created space in their condo to display pieces they treasure.

A couple of enthusiastic collectors made space for their art when they downsized from a 3,400-square-foot house in Kentucky to a two-bedroom condo in Alamo Heights. Michael Simpson and Elaine Dagen, art ... more

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The living room in Elaine Dagen's and Michael Simpson's home is filled with works from artists such as R.C. Gorman - above the fireplace.

The living room in Elaine Dagen's and Michael Simpson's home is filled with works from artists such as R.C. Gorman - above the fireplace.

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A pottery cathedral in Elaine Dagen's home was raku fired in a single piece.

A pottery cathedral in Elaine Dagen's home was raku fired in a single piece.

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An autographed chair was a gift to Dagen in honor of her work as executive director of the Hispanic Heritage Foundation.

An autographed chair was a gift to Dagen in honor of her work as executive director of the Hispanic Heritage Foundation.

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A papier-mâché head has a lion's face on the side of it.

A papier-mâché head has a lion's face on the side of it.

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Frida Kahlo's likeness is in the cutouts on a lamp Elaine Dagena and Michael Simpson bought at a McNay Art Museum gala.

Frida Kahlo's likeness is in the cutouts on a lamp Elaine Dagena and Michael Simpson bought at a McNay Art Museum gala.

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Elaine Dagen and Michael Simpson updated the kitchen in their condo, along with making changes to accommodate art throughout.

Elaine Dagen and Michael Simpson updated the kitchen in their condo, along with making changes to accommodate art throughout.